TEW Magazine

  In a year defined by unprecedented innovation and bold leaps in medical science, 2025 is already proving to be a turning point for the future of healthcare. From AI-powered diagnostics to transformative surgical technologies, a new class of pioneers is reshaping how we heal, recover, and thrive. These are the leaders who aren’t just responding to the future — they’re building it. Among this year’s standout innovators is  John Ashley  (CEO) , a medtech veteran and the driving force behind  Auctus Surgical . Motivated by a deeply personal story, Ashley is leading a paradigm shift in scoliosis treatment with a groundbreaking non-fusion solution, offering patients mobility, faster recovery, and renewed hope. His work exemplifies the kind of purpose-driven innovation that defines the leaders featured in this special issue. Pioneering a New Path in Scoliosis Treatment John Ashley has dedicated over three decades to the medical device industry, focusing on developing and ...

  The spine is one of the most mechanically complex and critical structures in the human body, tasked with supporting our physical frame while securing the delicate spinal cord that enables almost every movement, reflex, and sensation. When injury, illness, or degeneration strikes this vital system, the results can be profound, leading to pain and impacting mobility and independence. Addressing such conditions requires more than surgical skill; it demands knowledge, precision, endurance, and the ability to make high-stakes decisions with clarity and confidence. It is a discipline where every millimeter matters and where the margin for error is small. Dr. Tiernan Byrnes ,  working as a  Consultant Neurosurgeon and  Spine Surgeon ,  is motivated by a desire to offer patient-centered, evidence-based treatment. In 2017, he established his practice in Dubai, filling a vital gap in patient-focused, evidence-driven neurosurgical and spinal surgical care—this approach h...

  By embracing smart technology, digital tools, and sustainable building practices, EcoSteel is bringing clarity, speed, and precision to an industry long overdue for change. Their role goes beyond simply managing labor and resources—they are rethinking the entire process to ensure better outcomes from the ground up. As a result, construction today is becoming more efficient, predictable, and environmentally responsible. Leading this shift is  Joss Hudson , CEO of EcoSteel, ( Economical Steel Building Technologies, LLC ), who is reshaping how construction projects are delivered by merging innovation with sustainability. With a strong foundation of over 30 years in Real Estate Development and prefabricated building systems, Joss recognized early on that the traditional construction model was broken, plagued by misaligned teams, schedule disruptions, and a clear disconnect between design and execution. Under his leadership, the company has fully embraced advanced digital platfor...